GRE Word List

ELLIPTICAL

of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse

The meaning of the word elliptical is of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse.

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WordMeaning
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
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nuancea subtle distinction or variation
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
prosperousauspicious
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
facadethe front of a building
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface